Michael’s Story

Michael at Graduation

Michael was considering dropping out of school so he could work enough in order to afford rent. Then, he found Second Story for Homeless Youth, committed himself to his studies and graduated on time.

Mia’s Second Story

Mia

Not only has “Mia” worked hard to move beyond homelessness to live independently, but with Second Story for Homeless Youth she also is well on her way to a pediatric nursing career.

Jim’s Second Story

A teen sitting cross legged, looking down while writing on a notebook with a pen

When “Jim” found himself at a critical turning point in his young life, he entered Second Story for Homeless Youth. Learn how the support allowed him to grow and thrive while in school.

Stephanie’s Second Story

Learn how Second Story for Homeless Youth connected “Stephanie” with housing and employment resources so she could provide a safe and stable home for her children, and re-write her second story.

Wesley’s Second Story

“Wesley” was living on his own and working many hours to pay expenses and stay in high school. Read how Second Story for Homeless Youth’s rent support allowed him to save and begin college.

Wuilmer’s Second Story

“Wuilmer” thought he would have to drop out of school to support himself after he began experiencing homelessness. With Second Story for Homeless Youth’s help he grew his savings, graduated, and got promoted.

Bethany’s Second Story

“Bethany” had an unstable home life that threatened to jeopardize her future. With Second Story for Homeless Youth’s counseling and support finding housing, she’s now on track to graduate with a degree in engineering!

Baxter’s Second Story

Virtual learning during the pandemic made “Baxter” even more concerned about graduating on time. Second Story for Homeless Youth staff provided emotional support, advocated for him, and helped him reach his own goals.

Asha’s Second Story

Asha

“Asha” was making strides in our program when her hours were cut during the COVID-19 pandemic. Second Story increased her rent, food, and supply support and committed to helping her get through the pandemic.

Cyrus’s Second Story

Cyrus

“Cyrus” has been receiving support through our Rapid Re-Housing Initiative, part of Second Story for Homeless Youth. Much of his progress was interrupted by the pandemic. Read how we’re helping recover documents and hope.

Need Help?

If you need help right away, our 24/7 hotline provides support and referrals to services in the Washington DC metro area.
Call 1-800-SAY-TEEN or text “TEENHELP” to 855-11

Your Impact

We make every dollar count. The direct support of young people, their families and their communities, is our first priority. Here are examples of how your donation may be used.

$20,000

  • Three high school students experiencing homelessness receive a full year of rental assistance and support services so they can remain in school and graduate with their class.

$1,000

  • One teenager receives a safe haven, warm bed, food, and round-the-clock support for five nights at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Eight months of therapy for a young woman in the Second Story for Young Mothers program.

$500

  • One teen receives daily counseling during a three-week stay at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Twenty counseling sessions for the children and teens who are at-risk and participating in our after-school programs.

$100

  • Three teens receive a therapy session at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Two weeks of food for a young mother and her child at Second Story for Young Mothers.

Thank you for your support!